How to Fix Gaps Between Luxury Vinyl Planks Without Replacing the Floor
Most LVP gaps occur due to subfloor deflection exceeding 3/16 inch over 10 feet or improper perimeter expansion gaps, and while gap-filling products exist, they are often a temporary cosmetic fix that masks deeper structural substrate issues — but the only permanent fix for severe joint separation is a partial floor relay using a pull bar and tapping block, which requires resetting the boards without damaging the locking mechanism.